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Melatonin | ||
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| Pronunciation |
 (KLOE
ni deen & klor THAL i
done) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Combipres® |
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| Generic Available |
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No |
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| Synonyms |
| Chlorthalidone and Clonidine |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Antihypertensive Agent, Combination |
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| Use |
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Management of mild to moderate hypertension |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Oral: 1 tablet 1-2 times/day |
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| Cardiovascular Considerations |
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Combination therapy for the treatment of hypertension should be individualized for each patient. Potential advantages for clonidine and chlorthalidone combination therapy may include improved compliance and synergistic reductions in blood pressure with an accomplished reduction in side effects. Thiazide therapy improves cardiovascular outcomes in patients with hypertension. |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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| Patient Information |
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See individual agents. Pregnancy/breast-feeding precautions: Inform prescriber if you are or intend to get pregnant. Breast-feeding is not recommended. |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Tablet: 0.2: Clonidine 0.2 mg and chlorthalidone 15 mg 0.3: Clonidine 0.3 mg and chlorthalidone 15 mg |
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